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The musician who leads the annual event cancelled it because of the move to put President Donald Trump’s name on the center without approval from Congress.An annual Christmas Eve jazz concert at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington was cancelled because the center’s Donald Trump-appointed board added the president's name to the building last week.

Xmas Eve blues: Kennedy Center jazz show cancelled over Trump renaming

King Charles preaches spiritual unity in Christmas messageKing Charles delivered a Christmas message urging unity and referencing the past, encouraging Britons to reflect how communities can come together in times of challenge. The tradition of the monarch’s Christmas broadcast dates back to 1932 and was first delivered by George V. It has since become a staple of the holiday for many Britons.

King Charles preaches spiritual unity in Christmas message

The Department of Justice said Wednesday it may have more than a million more documents related to the late Jeffrey Epstein that it needs to review and that the process could take weeks to complete.The DOJ said two of its components, the FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, had just handed over the missing tranche of files, days after the Epstein Files Transparency Act deadline had passed.

DOJ discovers more than 1M potential Epstein records, further delaying file release

A ranking of all coaches who currently have their teams in playoffs, with Kyle Shanahan at top of the listIf you hadn’t noticed, the 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan is in the conversation for NFL Coach of the Year.It’s hard to miss since every talking head locally and nationally, as well as mainstream media and the blogosphere, has brought it up.

Path to Super Bowl LX: Kyle Shanahan’s NFC playoff success gives 49ers a chance

An explosion and fire at a Pennsylvania nursing home killed two women -- one resident and one employee -- and wounded 20 other people, officials said.The "catastrophic" incident -- possibly caused by a gas leak -- unfolded Tuesday afternoon at the Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bristol, which is about 25 miles northeast of Philadelphia.

1 nursing home resident, 1 employee killed in fire, explosion

When you're grabbing a bottle of Coca-Cola during a grocery run, you're likely not paying any attention to the color of the bottle's lid. Because why would you? It turns out that for soda lovers, there's a very specific reason why the color of your Coca-Cola bottle top matters, especially this time of year.

People Are Scrambling To Find Coca-Cola Bottles With Yellow Lids—Here's Why

It's Christmas Eve in Mar-a-Lago, and the first couple talked with children as part of NORAD's Santa calls.President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump participated in the longstanding holiday tradition for over 20 minutes, seated in gold-trimmed armchairs near a Christmas tree. The president spoke to families on speakerphone while the first lady chatted with children on a handset.

Trump takes NORAD Santa calls from kids. Here's what he said.

Conservative justice warns decision could limit federal government's ability to protect personnel during unrestSupreme Court blocks National Guard from Chicago as New Orleans welcomes troopsRep. Bob Onder, R-Mo., joins 'The Faulkner Focus' to discuss the Supreme Court's ruling to temporarily block National Guard deployment in Chicago and the national impact the Guard's deployment has had on crime.

Alito rips Supreme Court majority as 'unwise' for blocking Trump's National Guard plan

When Annette Bammert met Lenny the cat, he had developed the reputation of being the "saddest cat in the shelter." But now she has shared his remarkable transformation from mournful to living his best life.Bammert took in a black-and-white cat named Lenny shortly after Christmas, following the loss of her beloved senior cat, Wilma.

Woman Adopts ‘Saddest’ Shelter Cat—Not Ready for How He Changes Once Home

Annual report details aggressive new nuclear attack posture, hypersonic missile development and aircraft carrier constructionThe Chinese military is continuing a massive, decades-long arms buildup, including a shift in nuclear force doctrine that increases the danger of a direct attack on the U.S., according to the Pentagon’s annual China military power report.

Massive Chinese military buildup threatens U.S. homeland

Two people were injured on Wednesday, Dec. 24, after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers opened fire on a vehicle during an enforcement operation in Maryland, federal officials said.Officers were conducting a "targeted immigration enforcement operation" in Glen Burnie, Maryland, just south of Baltimore, when they approached a van with two undocumented men, according to a statement from the Department of Homeland Security.

2 injured after shooting during ICE operation in Maryland, DHS says

U.S. Attorney Pirro says surviving National Guardsman Andrew Wolfe has 'long road ahead in his recovery'Jeanine Pirro: There’s a 'great deal' of evidence to comb through in National Guard shooting caseU.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro gives an update on the National Guard shooting investigation and the condition of one of the victims on 'The Story.'

New charges against DC National Guard shooting suspect open death penalty door

A number of companies have announced plans to cut hundreds—even thousands—of jobs in January, adding to concerns about the outlook for the American labor force after a rocky end to 2025.Why It MattersIn recent months, some of America’s largest employers—spanning several sectors—announced they will trim headcounts, against a background of technological changes and broader economic headwinds.

Mass Layoffs Taking Place Next Month

Following the incident in the game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Detroit Lions, Aaron Rodgers will be without DK Metcalf for the next two games.One of the most talked-about incidents in the NFL in recent days involved DK Metcalf and a Detroit Lions fan, during which the WR delivered a punch during the game.

Aaron Rodgers offers key insight on DK Metcalf incident in Steelers vs. Lions game

was joined by a special surprise guest during a holiday piano duet that aired on British television on Christmas Eve.'s 10-year-old daughter, Princess Charlotte, played the piano at her mother's side in a pre-recorded portion of the televised concert at Westminster Abbey. The royal duo performed "Holm Sound" by Erland Cooper during "Royal Carols: Together at Christmas."

Princess Charlotte, 10, is adorable in surprise piano duet with mom

Trump and first lady Melania Trump fielded Christmas Eve calls from kids at Mar-a-LagoTrump speaks with kids for Christmas Eve: 'You must be a high-IQ person'Trump takes phone calls with kids on Christmas Eve: 'You must be a high-IQ person.' (Credit: Rapid Response 47 via X)

Trump takes NORAD Santa calls with children, praises 'clean, beautiful coal' and 'high IQ' person

Tributes have been paid to a Delaware state trooper who was shot dead at a DMV office on Tuesday.Corporal Matthew "Ty" Snook, 34, was "known as a dependable, professional, and committed trooper," Denver State Police said in a statement released on Wednesday.

Who Was Matthew Snook? Tributes Paid to Delaware Trooper Shot Dead at DMV

TAMPA, Fla. (WFTS/CNN NEWSOURCE/WKRC) - A Florida teenager is recovering after undergoing a life-altering surgery at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital to treat a rare and life-threatening condition.Jasmine Ramirez was born with a disorder that caused her left leg to grow abnormally. It's so rare, there's no name for it.

Teen undergoes life-saving surgery to remove 174-pound leg

The Detroit Lions are getting ready to make a last-ditch playoff push. Will they have their top receiver available on Christmas?Amon-Ra St. Brown is dealing with a knee injury that has left him "questionable" for the Lions' short-week tilt with the Minnesota Vikings.St. Brown leads the Lions in targets (144), receptions (98), receiving yards (1,194) and receiving touchdowns (11) and was just named to his fourth consecutive Pro Bowl.

Is Amon-Ra St. Brown playing today? Latest injury updates on Lions WR

The incident began a couple of hours into the flight to AmsterdamWoman travels 3,000 miles in 24 hours to attend two different weddingsSerena Kerrigan, 30, recently attended two weddings on opposite coasts within 24 hours. The content creator flew from California to New York, had a no-show taxi issue and still made it in time for both events.

Virginia family alleges bed bugs bit them during transatlantic flight, suing Delta and KLM airlines

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As a fierce atmospheric river dumps heavy rains across parts of Southern California, some residents have been driven from their homes on Christmas Day as flooding and debris flow continue to threaten the region.The storm, which prompted evacuation orders and warnings in Southern California counties including Ventura and Santa Barbara, is expected to continue delivering excessive rainfall through the end of the week, along with heavy snow to the Sierra Nevada mountains, the National Weather Service said.

Flooding risk forces Southern Californians from homes on Christmas

Even though the brunt of the winter storm has passed through Southern California, more rain is still in the forecast for Thursday and Friday.The National Weather Service said two more impulses will move through the area with the potential for flooding in the burn scar areas.The first wave of rain is expected to move through Los Angeles County through the afternoon on Thursday and is forecasted to bring about an inch to 1.5 inches of rain to coastal communities and the valleys and 2 to 4 inches to the mountains.

Brunt of winter storm passes through Southern California but more rain still on the way

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries has initiated a voluntary, nationwide recall of several lots of lisdexamfetamine dimesylate capsules, a generic ADHD medication for individuals over the age of six. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified this as a Class II recall, indicating a potential for temporary or medically reversible adverse health effects, though the risk of serious harm is considered remote.

Major ADHD drug just got pulled nationwide — here’s what parents need to know

Netflix is preparing its second annual holiday broadcast, bringing back the father-son announcing team of Ian and Noah Eagle to call the Christmas Day doubleheader. While the production is handled by CBS Sports, the streamer has assembled a unique, cross-network crew of play-by-play callers, analysts, and studio hosts, blending established voices with new talent.

NFL Christmas announcers 2025: Meet the Netflix broadcasters, from Ian Eagle to Drew Brees

Starlink lost communications on December 17, and requested visual intelligence from Vantor after an anomaly led to ‘venting of the propulsion tank.’Starlink satellite 35956 suffered from a serious anomaly on December 17. It is described as largely intact, but is currently “tumbling, and will reenter the Earth’s atmosphere and fully demise within weeks,” says the official Starlink X account.

Starlink satellite pictured ‘tumbling’ after recent ‘anomaly’ in space — it will be incinerated when it enters the Earth’s atmosphere in a few weeks

Stellantis is not my best friend right nowAfter a man purchased a used Ram and discovered that he had not been given the proper information about the truck’s warranty. Now, he’s embarked on an ongoing investigation to determine exactly what had happened to the warranty.

‘It’s Got A Clean Carfax’: Man Buys Used Ram. Then The Dealership Tells Him It’s ‘Restricted’

A TikTok video showing a traveler’s worst luggage nightmare has gone viral on TikTok.The clip was shared by @kelssssricardoooo and has amassed over 2.6 million views since it was posted on December 1. Text overlaid on the video reads: "Thinking about the time my mom’s luggage came out like this."

Tourist Mortified As Mom’s Bag Arrives After Flight—and There’s a Problem

TheStreet aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.Why we love this dealOrganizing your closet means finding the perfect outfit more quickly each morning while also improving the overall look and performance of this often-undersized room.

Amazon has a $14 hanging organizer that makes closets 'look cleaner'

Someone in Arkansas is having a very merry Christmas.A Powerball player there holds the winning ticket from Wednesday night's drawing for the game's $1.817 billion jackpot. The winner, who so far hasn't gone public, can choose between an annuitized prize of $1.817 billion or a lump sump payment of $834.9 million (both prize options are before taxes).